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Avatar for Lifetime Tree Service
Lifetime Tree Service
5.0(
36
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marcos and his crew showed up at the designated time and went right to work. Besides taking out a dead tree, they trimmed 12 trees. We are extremely happy with the end product. Our yard looks great and it is now one less thing we need to worry about. If you are in need of tree service or landscaping, give Lifetime Tree Service a call. You’ll be happy you did."
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree topping
Tree topping
Tree topping

+46

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for Adams Tree Care
Adams Tree Care
5.0(
28
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam and his crew arrived right on time and described how he planned to perform the tree trimming then got to work. Completely satisfied with the results on both trees. Pricing was reasonable. Thoroughly cleaned work area when the job was complete. Highly recommend Adam for your arborist related projects."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Sotelo Tree Service
Sotelo Tree Service
5.0(
32
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Sotelo to trim very large rubber tree and remove and stump grind a yucca palm. They showed up on time and finished on time doing everything they said. They handled everything from hauling away the debris and pre-existing leaves and also handled setting out no parking signs the day before. Reasonable pricing - would hire again."
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+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.5(
133
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A job performed perfectly. Kent is professional and knowledgeable about the work he does and is an absolute pleasure to work with. I will definitely call him again when I need more landscaping done."
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Del Mar
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Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
32
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maya’s Landscaping Service is amazing! We have multiple eucalyptus trees and other trees that needed to be trimmed way down. They were here on time, gave us a more than fair price and did the work quickly and efficiently. All of the team members were very friendly. Hire them! You will not be disappointed."
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Arce Tree Service
5.0(
14
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jose and his crew trimmed 4 palm trees at our commercial property. They were punctual, professional and courteous. The palms look great, and our tenant is extremely happy with the results. I will definitely be utilizing Arce's services next year."
Tree Service Project
Stump Grind Mexican Palm
Lace and Trim away from house
Trim and Shape Canary Palm Tree
Washingtonian Palm Trim

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Arce Tree Service
Arce Tree Service
4.9(
31
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arce Tree Service runs a wonderful operation. Mario and Jose are extremely knowledgeable and skilled. They answered our questions while providing suggestions and options for our tree maintenance. Their courtesy, professionalism and arborist skills continued through the conclusion of our job. Your trees and property will be in the right hands with Mario and Jose, guaranteed!!"
Mexican Fan Palm
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
5.0(
18
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree TrimmingTree Removal+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent - Mr. Rodriguez was very responsive, made an appointment for estimate and the work was completed timely and efficiently. Great work and clean-up. They have trimmed a variety of different types of trees for me. I won't hesitate to call them again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Brothers Landscape
Brothers Landscape
4.7(
183
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I spoke with Sebastian about removing two trees and i got a really great deal out of it. They did an amazing job and even removed the millions of leaves that my trees dropped beforehand. Very professional and got the job done as planned. Definitely would hire again for other projects!"
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Response time1 day
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

Homeowners are usually not responsible for trees that fall on power lines. Power companies usually have utility easements around power lines, which give them the responsibility to maintain any trees within about 15 to 20 feet of the lines.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

If an arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the highest level of certification available is ISA Board Certified Master Arborist. According to the ISA, this credential is reserved for arborists “who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.” Check your arborist’s credentials before hiring to confirm their level of training and expertise.

Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.

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